Airport
Stay up-to-date with the latest developments at Santa Monica Airport through our dedicated coverage. From policy changes and community impact discussions to airport operations and future planning initiatives, we provide comprehensive reporting on this vital city facility. Our coverage includes airport commission meetings, noise mitigation efforts, and the ongoing evolution of SMO's role in our community. Follow the latest updates about flight operations, airport businesses, environmental initiatives, and community events at this historic airfield. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast or concerned resident, trust Santa Monica Daily Press for thorough, balanced coverage of Santa Monica Airport news.
Anti-airport activists find little to celebrate in deal to eventually close SMO
A thin, wispy contrail overhead and the nearby rumbling of plane engines served as a backdrop for Saturday’s protest...
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Turbulence continues over agreement to close Santa Monica Airport
Santa Monica and west Los Angeles residents who booked upcoming chartered flights to Carlsbad, San Jose and Vegas from...
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Indictment in LAX drug smuggling case
Los Angeles Indictment in LAX drug smuggling case A federal grand jury has named a Jamaican man in an indictment...
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Closure date set for Santa Monica Airport
The City of Santa Monica has negotiated the authority to close the Santa Monica Airport on Dec. 31, 2028. At...
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Private Jet CEO sees huge business opportunity at SMO
Despite the City’s intensifying legal fight to evict airline operators and effectively shut down Santa Monica Airport, Alex...
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City leaders to discuss Airport Park plans at next meeting
By Kate Cagle The City Council will talk about continuing efforts to turn the Santa Monica Airport into a park...
Read moreYear in Review: SMO
The City of Santa Monica is eliminated 73 aircraft tie-downs in a six-acre parcel of the Santa Monica airport as...
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FAA demands reprieve for airport evictions
BY MATTHEW HALL The Federal Aviation Administration is demanding City Hall temporarily stop efforts to evict a pair of...
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City moves to evict airport businesses
BY MATTHEW HALL Santa Monica pursuing legal action to force a pair of airport businesses to vacate airport property....
Read morePark plans approved for SMO
City Hall is facing growing legal disputes over the future of the Santa Monic Airport but courtroom drama isn’t...
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